Sony VPCSA User manual

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User Guide

Personal Computer

VPCSA Series / VPCSB Series / VPCSE Series

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Contents

Before Use.......................................................................... 4

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 5

Ergonomic Considerations ............................................ 8

Getting Started.................................................................. 10

Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 11

About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 18

Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 19

Using the Battery Pack................................................ 21

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 31

Using the Power Saving Modes .................................. 32

Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 35

Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 38

Using the Keyboard..................................................... 39

Using the Touch Pad................................................... 42

Using Special-function Buttons ................................... 43

Using the Quick Web Access Function ....................... 44

Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 46

Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 47

Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 55

Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 62

Using the Internet........................................................ 66

Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 67

Using the Wireless LAN...............................................68

Using the Wireless WAN .............................................73

Using the BLUETOOTH Function................................78

Using Fingerprint Authentication .................................84

Using the TPM.............................................................89

Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................99

Connecting a Port Replicator.....................................100

Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ........107

Connecting an External Display ................................108

Selecting Display Modes ...........................................116

Using the Multiple Monitors Function ........................117

Connecting a USB Device .........................................119

Customizing Your VAIO Computer..................................121

Selecting Performance Modes ..................................122

Setting the Password.................................................124

Using the VAIO Control Center .................................130

Using the VAIO Power Management.........................131

Changing the Display Language ...............................132

Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use ....................133

Protecting the Hard Disk............................................135

Upgrading Your VAIO Computer.....................................136

Adding and Removing Memory .................................137

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Precautions..................................................................... 143

Safety Information ..................................................... 144

Care and Maintenance Information........................... 146

Handling Your Computer........................................... 147

Handling the LCD Screen ......................................... 149

Using the Power Source ........................................... 150

Handling the Built-in Camera .................................... 151

Handling Discs .......................................................... 152

Using the Battery Pack.............................................. 153

Handling "Memory Stick"........................................... 154

Handling the Built-in Storage Device ........................ 155

Using Fingerprint Authentication ............................... 156

Using the TPM .......................................................... 157

Troubleshooting .............................................................. 158

Computer Operations................................................ 160

System Update / Security.......................................... 166

Recovery / Recovery Media ...................................... 167

Partition ..................................................................... 170

Battery Pack.............................................................. 171

Built-in Camera ......................................................... 173

Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) ............................... 175

Wireless WAN ........................................................... 179

BLUETOOTH Technology......................................... 180

Optical Discs ............................................................. 183

Display.......................................................................188

Printing ......................................................................193

Microphone................................................................194

Speakers ...................................................................195

Touch Pad .................................................................197

Keyboard ...................................................................198

Floppy Disks ..............................................................199

Audio/Video ...............................................................200

"Memory Stick" ..........................................................202

Peripherals ................................................................203

Trademarks .....................................................................204

Notice ..............................................................................206

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Before Use >

Before Use

Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO

®

computer and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined

leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with a state-of-the-art computing

experience.

!

External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer.

How to find specifications

Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your computer.

To find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the VAIO Support web site at http://support.vaio.sony.eu/

.

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Before Use >

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

This section provides support information about your VAIO computer.

1. Printed Documentation

❑ Quick Start Guide — An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.

❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide

❑ Safety Regulations and Support Information

✍

Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations and Support Information

carefully.

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Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

2. On-screen Documentation

❑ VAIO User Guide — General information of your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information.

To access VAIO User Guide, click Start , All Programs, and VAIO Manual.

❑ Windows Help and Support — A comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you

learn to use your computer.

To access Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support, or press and hold the Microsoft Windows

key and press the F1 key.

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Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

3. Support Web Sites

If you experience any problem with your VAIO computer, launch the VAIO Care, which offers you various options to help you

solve most problems. For details, see Using the VAIO Care (page 37).

If you need more assistance, visit the VAIO Support web site at http://support.vaio.sony.eu/

.

When you contact VAIO Support, you will be asked for the serial number of the computer.

The serial number is a 15-digit number that can be found at the bottom of the VAIO Care window; on the bottom or the back

panel of the computer; or inside the battery compartment.

Other sources for information about the VAIO computer are:

❑ The VAIO Forum at http://www.sony.eu/discussions/community/en/support/vaio_and_computing/

, which enables you to

interact with other VAIO users in VAIO social community.

❑ The VAIO web site at http://www.vaio.eu/

, which offers product information

❑ Sony Store, Online at http://www.sony.eu/store

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Ergonomic Considerations

You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt

to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments:

❑ Position of your computer – Place the computer directly in front of you. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists

in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Let your upper arms hang naturally at

your sides. Take frequent breaks while using your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes, muscles, or

tendons.

❑ Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the

floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning

far backwards.

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Ergonomic Considerations

❑ Viewing angle of the computer display – Use the display tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye

strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display

as well.

❑ Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect

lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency.

❑ Positioning an external display – When using an external display, set the display at a comfortable viewing distance.

Make sure the display screen is at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of the monitor.

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Getting Started >

Getting Started

This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.

!

Before starting your computer for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Upon completion,

connect one device (for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions.

❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11)

❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18)

❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19)

❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21)

❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 31)

❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 32)

❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 35)

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Locating Controls and Ports

Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.

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The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications.

Front

A Built-in camera (page 46)

B Built-in camera indicator (page 18)

C Ambient light sensor (page 41), (page 191), (page 192)

Measures ambient light intensity for automatically adjusting the

LCD brightness to an optimum level.

D Num lock indicator (page 18)

E Caps lock indicator (page 18)

F Scroll lock indicator (page 18)

G Keyboard (page 39)

H ASSIST button (page 43)

I WEB button (page 43)

J VAIO button (page 43)

K LCD screen (page 149)

L Built-in speakers (stereo)

M Power button

Illuminates depending on the computer's operating mode (page

32).

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Locating Controls and Ports

A Drive eject button (page 43), (page 47)

B Performance selector switch (page 122)

C Touch pad (page 42)

D Left button (page 42)

E Fingerprint sensor

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(page 84)

F Right button (page 42)

G WIRELESS switch (page 68), (page 73), (page 78)

H WIRELESS indicator (page 18)

I Charge indicator (page 18)

J Disc drive indicator (page 18)

K Built-in microphone (monaural)

L Numeric keypad

*2

Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic

math calculations.

*1

On selected models only.

*2

On VPCSE Series only.

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Locating Controls and Ports

Back

A Air vent

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Locating Controls and Ports

Right

The location of the ports and slots on the right side of your computer is

different depending on the model you purchased. VPCSA or VPCSB

Series is illustrated at the top and VPCSE Series is illustrated at the

bottom of the enlarged illustrations.

A "Memory Stick Duo" slot

*1

(page 55)

B Media access indicator (page 18)

C Security slot

D SD memory card slot (page 62)

E Monitor port

*2

(page 109)

F HDMI output port

*2

(page 111)

G USB port

*3

(page 119)

H USB ports

*4

(page 119)

I LAN port

*2

(page 67)

J DC IN port

*2

(page 19)

*1

Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".

*2

Not accessible when your computer is attached to the port replicator.

*3

Compliant with the USB 2.0/3.0 standards. USB ports that are compliant

with the USB 3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color.

*4

Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard.

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Locating Controls and Ports

Left

A Headphones jack (page 107)

B Optical disc drive (page 47)

C Manual eject hole (page 183)

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Locating Controls and Ports

Bottom (with the bottom cover)

A Air vents

B Port replicator connector cover (page 101)

C Extended battery pack connector cover

*1

D Battery off button (page 26), (page 163), (page 172)

E SIM card cover

*2

(page 73)

F Bottom cover

*1

For detailed instructions on how to attach an extended battery pack, see the

manual that came with your extended battery pack.

While the extended battery pack is attached to your computer, be sure to

keep the removed connector cover for future use.

*2

On selected models only.

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Locating Controls and Ports

Bottom (without the bottom cover)

A Memory module (page 137)

B Battery connector (page 21)

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About the Indicator Lights

Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:

Indicator Functions

Charge

Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 27) for more information.

Built-in camera Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use.

Media access Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in

progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the

indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in use.

Disc drive

Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in progress. Do not place

the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.

Num lock

Illuminates during Num lock mode. In this mode, you can use the numeric keys to type numbers or to perform

basic math calculations. To activate Num lock mode, press the Fn+Num Lk keys on models without the numeric

keypad or the Num Lk key on models with the numeric keypad. To deactivate Num lock mode, press the key(s)

a second time. The indicator light turns off.

Caps lock

Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key

while the indicator light is lit. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator light. Normal typing resumes

when the Caps lock indicator light is turned off.

Scroll lock

Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock

indicator light is turned off. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and

does not work with all programs.

WIRELESS Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled.

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Connecting a Power Source

You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer. Before using the

computer for the first time, you need to connect an AC adapter to your computer.

!

Do not use your computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction.

Using the AC Adapter

While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the

AC outlet.

✍

Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.

To use the AC adapter

1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3).

2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2).

3 Plug the cable from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer.

!

The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter.

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Connecting a Power Source

✍

To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet.

Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible.

If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page

34).

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